I’ve lived many lifetimes // dreamed many dreams
All in seventy-two years // a short span it seems;
Events occur //dreams often changed
Beyond my control // life gets rearranged.
Illness, accidents, joys and sorrows, death and so much more
Created a roller coaster ride in my life // that’s for sure.
Faith and family children and friends
Supported us through that dark night of the soul;
When joy returned and things were great…
They cheered us even more.
As I look back // reflect over all these years
The choices I’ve made through rain and tears;
I’m thankful I hung in there and stayed the course;
For in joy and pain we still have a choice.
I’m now reaping the benefits of redefined dreams;
After seventy-two years sailing life’s streams.
Photo: Dwight L. Roth
Inspiring
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Thanks very much!
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It doesn’t promise to get easier. But, in my 80 years, I can promise it becomes more meaningful … each minute more poignant! 🥰👍🏽
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Yes it is true, the older we get the more we appreciate life and all of its blessings!
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So true!
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Wonderful poem!
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Thank you so much!
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Truly lovely!
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Thank you Becky!
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You’re most welcome!
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Such lovely reflections, Dwight. Life is quite a journey, isn’t it.
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Yes it really is and adventure!
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keep paddling those streams 🙂
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Yes!
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Wow, I am truly inspired by this.
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Thank you so much! I am glad you connected with it!
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Life’s a roller coaster but it’s all worth it. I like this poem.
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Thank you very much!
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Reblogged this on The Reluctant Poet.
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